Introduction to Semiconductor Lasers for Optical Communications

In a multifaceted treatment of the theory behind semiconductor lasers, this book deploys mathematical examples, illustrations, and written theoretical presentations in its balanced coverage of optoelectronic topics and recent breakthroughs in laser design.

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This updated, second edition textbook provides a thorough and accessible treatment of semiconductor lasers from a design and engineering perspective. It includes both the physics of devices as well as the engineering, designing and testing of practical lasers. The material is presented clearly with many examples provided. Readers of the book will come to understand the finer aspects of the theory, design, fabrication and test of these devices and have an excellent background for further study of optoelectronics.